Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a significant hub in the global cryptocurrency landscape, home to numerous blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, and enthusiasts. The region boasts a robust regulatory framework, fostering a conducive environment for crypto-related activities. Renowned crypto exchanges like Bitfinex and OKEx are headquartered here, facilitating vast daily trading volumes. Hong Kong's blockchain networks are advanced, supporting various protocols and fostering innovation in the crypto space. The region's crypto community is diverse, involving investors, traders, developers, and blockchain startups. Despite its traditional finance background, Hong Kong has embraced the digital asset revolution, positioning itself as a leading player in the crypto world.


Finance

Binance CEO Sues Bloomberg’s Hong Kong Partner for Defamation

It's not the first time Zhao and Binance have sued the media.

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Policy

‘Crypto and DeFi Won’t Disappear’: Hong Kong Monetary Chief

Hong Kong Monetary Authority CEO Eddie Yue tells a G20 meeting that crypto and decentralized finance will remain significant forces.

Hong Kong skyline (Ruslan Bardash/Unsplash)

Finance

Hong Kong Regulator Ashley Alder to Head UK Financial Supervisor

He leaves a legacy of mixed crypto regulations in Hong Kong that saw crypto exchange FTX depart the city and retail investors largely excluded.

Ashley Alder will become chair of the U.K.'s FCA next year. (H.K. Securities and Futures Commission)

Finance

Software Firm Meitu Lost Up to $52.3M in H1 Due to Slide in Crypto Prices

The app developer had bought 940.89 BTC and 31,000 ETH in spring of 2021.

Hong Kong skyline (Ruslan Bardash/Unsplash)

Videos

NFT Market Fraud in Focus; Bybit Job Cuts

Hong Kong movie star Louis Koo denies involvement with Chinese NFT platform. China’s Wechat bans NFT marketplace over flipping. Combating phishing scams and insider trading in the NFT market. Babel Finance says liquidity pressure eased with new debt agreements. Bybit to cut up to 30% of employees. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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Finance

Hong Kong’s Hoo.com Expects to Re-Open Some Token Withdrawals Today; Finblox Takes Steps to Address Liquidity

Several Hong Kong-based crypto platforms have made changes to their policies amid the market upheaval and liquidity crunches.

Hong Kong where Tether is headquartered (Ruslan Bardash/Unsplash).

Finance

Animoca Brands Acquires Most of Educational Tech Company TinyTap for $38.9M

Hong Kong-based gaming investment firm Animoca made the acquisition one week after it revealed a $1.5 billion portfolio.

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Finance

OSL and Interactive Brokers Partner for Crypto Services in Hong Kong

Interactive Brokers will offer crypto services to professional clients in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong where Tether is headquartered (Ruslan Bardash/Unsplash).

Videos

Binance Claps Back; Hong Kong Scrutinizes NFTs

Binance hits back at Reuters and US SEC probes BNB initial coin offering. Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission says some NFTs may fall under their purview. Artaverse kicks off debut event showcasing NFTs and local artists’ works in Hong Kong.

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Finance

Crypto Lender Babel Finance Lands Unicorn Status With $80M Series B

The funding round sets the firm's valuation to $2 billion.

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